For Women - Let's Shop - July 2014

06/30/2014 02:20PM
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DESIGNER LABELS FOR LESS:

Clothing, shoes, jewelry, handbags, accessories and more—Designer Consigner has it all and for much less than at department stores. If you’re a label lover, you can update your wardrobe with items from Chanel, Jimmy Choo, Burberry, Rolex, Tiffany & Co, Hermès, Louise Vuitton and other brands and names you worship. The stylish mother-and-daughter team behind the shop is Judy and Jane Powell, who were inspired to open the business after regularly feeling like too much space in their closets were taken up by items that were too small, too big or just weren’t in the regular cycle of being worn. The store also has a variety of designer items online at eBay, so if you love online shopping, you know where to go. Location: 6945 Douglas Boulevard, Granite Bay, 916-993-3800, designerconsignergb.com// ALSO CHECK OUT: Reinvent Clothing Boutique and Consignment, 7441 Foothills Boulevard, Roseville, 916-774-0344, reinvent-boutique.com; and Nice Twice Consignment, 209 Vernon Street, Roseville, 916-786-9287, nicetwice.info

dresses for all occasions:

From formal to casual, the dresses at Trixie Boutique will meet all your needs, whether you’re a size XS or 4X. The shop offers a variety of brands, including one that comes all the way from Spain! Additional sales are regularly posted to the store’s Facebook page, so if you’re looking to save some money next time you go shopping, be sure to check out Trixie.Location: 6835 Lonetree Boulevard, Suite 103, Rocklin, 916-899-6060, facebook.com/trixiebtq// ALSO CHECK OUT: Krush Boutique, 1182 Roseville Parkway, Suite 175, Roseville, 916-787-0770; and Nevaeh Salon, Boutique & Spa, 9205 Sierra College Boulevard, Roseville, 916-786-5888, nevaeh.com

BUSINESS SUITS AND APPAREL FOR $9 OR LESS:

925 Boutique is a nonprofit thrift boutique featuring fashionable business apparel for women at affordable prices. “We sell name-brand business suits, slacks/pants, blazers, dresses, shirts, jewelry and purses—and nothing is priced over $9,” says founder Latanya D. Hampton-Johnson. She is also the founder and executive director of Working Women International (WWI), a California nonprofit that works to educate, empower, and equip women with the tools and resources necessary to secure and/or maintain employment. “The boutique houses a Career Closet, where disadvantaged women may receive a business suit for job interviews and additional attire once they secure employment. Nestled in the back of the boutique is a resource center. Once opened, the resource center will allow women to work on their resumes, practice typing and look for work. The resource center will provide information about community organizations and agencies that provide services such as housing, food, child care and more,” she says. The idea for the organization and the store came out of her personal struggle of being a single mother and needing the services the organization and store provides. “I love when women come into our location and leave with a smile and glow,” she shares. “Knowing that we made a difference in the life of our clients and customers brings me pleasure beyond explanation.” Location: 216 Douglas Boulevard, Roseville, 916-749-4799, 925boutique.org